Section 351.2.4. Procedures for access to confidential records.

The following procedures for access to confidential records are in addition to those specified for all records in rule 351—2.3(22,68A,68B).

       2.4(1) Proof of identity. A person requesting access to a confidential record shall be required to provide proof of identity.

       2.4(2) Requests. A request to review a confidential record shall be in writing. A person requesting access to a confidential record may be required to sign a certified statement or affidavit enumerating the specific grounds justifying access to the confidential record and to provide any proof necessary to establish relevant facts. Such request may be referred to the full board for consideration.

       2.4(3) Request denied. When the custodian of a confidential record or the board denies a request for access to a confidential record, in whole or in part, the requester shall be notified in writing. The denial shall be signed by the custodian of the confidential record and shall include:

        a.           The name and title or position of the person or persons responsible for the denial and a brief citation to the statute or other provision of law that prohibits disclosure of the record;

        b.           A brief citation to the statute vesting discretion in the custodian to deny disclosure of the record; and

        c.           A brief statement of the grounds for the denial to this requester.